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social structure

social structure Social structure is the overall pattern of relationships and systems that organize and guide how people interact in a group or society.

Social structure is the overall pattern of relationships and systems that organize and guide how people interact in a group or society. It includes elements such as roles, norms, status, communication, and the links among individuals, groups, and institutions.

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Drafting source: U.S. National Library of Medicine. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH), 2026 descriptor edition. “Social Structure” (D000091485).
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